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523 West 135 Street

Manhattan, NY 10031BBL 1-01988-0086Map

Owner of record: 523 West 135th Street, LLC

523 West 135 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Manhattan, 10031. It has 20 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 523 West 135th Street, LLC. HPD has recorded 99 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. 7 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 8 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
99
DOB violations
9
ECB violations
20
HPD complaints
457

What to know

Concern
2 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Apr 29, 2026

Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.

Good
No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
8
About 40% of the building's 20 apartments

Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.

Stabilized units by tax-bill year

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 99

  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Apr 29, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated lock installed at door leading to fire escape in the 1st room from north located at apt 3a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 26, 2022 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Refit door in the entrance located at apt 3a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 26, 2022 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ... in the entrance located at apt 3a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 26, 2022 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 26, 2022 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 26, 2022 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 3a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 26, 2022 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling 4 sq ft and west wall 4 sq ft in the kitchen located at apt 3a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 26, 2022 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 3a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jul 26, 2022 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 13, 2022 · Apt 2C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 13, 2022 · Apt 2C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling and all walls in the bathroom located at apt 1d, 4th story

    Aug 19, 2020 · Apt 1D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling located at north cellar

    Jan 14, 2020

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 17, 2019 · Apt 1B

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling in the 4th room from north at east located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 17, 2019 · Apt 1B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 17, 2019 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the north wall in the kitchen located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 17, 2019 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling in the 4th room from north at east located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 17, 2019 · Apt 1B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 1d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 15, 2019 · Apt 1D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling and west wall in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 1d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 15, 2019 · Apt 1D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 15, 2019 · Apt 1D

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 4th room from north at west located at apt 1d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 15, 2019 · Apt 1D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 15, 2019 · Apt 1D

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the east wall in the foyer located at apt 1d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 15, 2019 · Apt 1D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling and north wall in the 4th room from north at east located at apt 1d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 15, 2019 · Apt 1D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective sloping wood floor in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 1d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 15, 2019 · Apt 1D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly secure the loose electric outlet at south wall in the kitchen located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 12, 2019 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace with new the broken or defective radiator air valve in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 12, 2019 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak over ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 12, 2019 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 12, 2019 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 12, 2019 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 12, 2019 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and ceilings in the private hallway located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 12, 2019 · Apt 1B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective glass panes over door way (2 total) in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 12, 2019 · Apt 1B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    § 53, 187, 231 m/d law and department rules and regulations. provide a shoe properly secured to bottom of string of dropladder at front of building at fire escape

    Dec 15, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pot 3 sty. balcony front stack

    May 23, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of a disconnected and free standing cast iron radiator at the floor at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 11, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 11, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 11, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 4b, 2nd story, apartment at north

    Feb 3, 2016 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agency?s housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at lobby

    May 15, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at stove in the kitchen located at apt 4b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 15, 2015 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agency?s housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at lobby

    Mar 26, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at stove (gas line from stove disconnected and pipe capped at wall) in the kitchen located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 26, 2015 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Feb 3, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink. in the kitchen located at apt 3a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jan 14, 2015 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling. in the kitchen located at apt 3a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jan 14, 2015 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 22, 2014 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 22, 2014 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at all walls in the bathroom located at apt 4c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 22, 2014 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 9

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Mar 25, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Nov 21, 2005

    Vpw*-violation unserved ecb-work without permit-dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 20

  • Class - 2

    Temporary construction equipment on site expired permit. perm.#m00085526 11/21/18 and expired 3/31/19 issued for sidewalk shed. noted: at time of inspection observed sidewalk shed present shed approximately

    Apr 22, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to distribute or post notice of tenant protection plan.noted: facade repairs still in progress.upon walk-through of building i did not see the tenant protection plan notice posted near or within 10feet

    Apr 22, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Sec. 3307.6.5.10 no log book. at time of inspection,i observed sidewalk shed is in place,failure to provide a daily inspection. log book for sidewalk shed. remedy: comply w/code.

    Dec 6, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Sec. 3314.4.3.2 installation inspection all equipment is to be inspected once,installation is completed. note: at time of inspection,i observed suspended scaffold in connection w/c hooks rope in place & in use

    Dec 6, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Sec. 3307.6.5.8 no peridic inspection provided(sidewalk shed)at the time of inspection,i asked the former at the job mr. islam shajidul if he had 6 months inoperation log on site as required by code specificati

    Dec 6, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Sec. 3314.3.2 design drawings for c-hooks drawings are to be on site at time of inspection. note: at time of inspection i observed suspended scaffold in place & in use up on request to the forman for design dra

    Dec 6, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Pedestrian protection doesnt meet safety code specification. note: at time of inspection,i observed sidewalk shed,w/the following objections-sharp edges bolt & screwa w/o safety caps shall be protected to preve

    Dec 6, 2018 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit.installation of new water piping in apt3a inspectiontime 1015am.@ time of inspection i observed new copper piping in bathroom for (lavetory).(shooer) & water closet,no p trap no plumbing permi

    Dec 15, 2015 · Penalty $1,630

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit. observed at 9:35am dec 28 2014 in bst level installation of 2"gas piping of removal of existing gas piping to feed domestic cooking to apts. new piping installed before gas meter and not com

    Dec 28, 2014 · Penalty $1,600

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Plumbing work w/o permit.observed that in apt 4b on the 2nd fl that the lavatory was removed & the trap was disconnected.remedy:obtain a permit if feasible or restore to prior legal conditions.

    Jul 27, 2006 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
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  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain plumbing &/or appurtenances. upon inspection of apt 4b,i found undersized piping going to shower in tub. also shower hadno vacume breaker. vacume is needed b/c hand held hangs below tub over

    Jun 2, 2006 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work does not conform to approved plans: not conform work noted: apts #2c,3d,1e,3e having erected wooden new partitions (100% completed) under job #104250445. plans show all new partitions shell be constructed

    Mar 6, 2006

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain bldg-in that debris, refrigerator, bed springs chairs, demo debris and masonry blocks are stored and obstructing exit passageway at west side of bldg construction matters and two refrigerato

    Dec 5, 2005 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain bldg-hazardous. in that ceiling has collasped in apartment 3c due to construction. construction operation in apartment 3d causing rated ceiling to fall. and leaving floor joist exposed. reme

    Nov 4, 2005 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit. work noted: 1) the demolition of interior partition walls & plywood sub. flooring. 2) the demolition of plaster down to brick from exterior walls. 3) the installation of new full height

    Aug 29, 2005 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Exit passageway or corridor:total obstruction. obstruction noted: a two piece kitchen sink, two 30" x 60" galvanized bath tubs stored on thestair landing that leads to and from 5th floor and roof totally obstru

    Jul 15, 2005

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Exit passageway or corridor: total obstruction. obstruction noted:a two piece kitchen, sink, two 30" x 60" galvarized bath tubs stored on the stair landing that leads to and from 5th floor, and roof totally obs

    Jul 15, 2005 · Penalty $480

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Exit passageway or corridor total obstruction. obstruction noted: a two pc kitchen sink, two 20 incles 5'-0" both tubs stored on the stair landing grading to and from the obstructing the egress. remedy:

    Jul 15, 2003

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Altered building occupied without a valid certificate of occupancy. alt.#1201/88 noted:entire 1st&2nd floor occupied as parking garage & candy store dba-jra parking assoc.&herminos candya/newstand remedy:-obtai

    Feb 1, 1995

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Altered building occupied without a valid cofo alt.#1201-88. noted: entire 1st & 2nd fl. occupied as parking garage and candy store /news stand dba herminos candys /new stand and jra parking assoc.

    Oct 21, 1991 · Penalty $285

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 20, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 20, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Aug 20, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Aug 20, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jan 31, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Steam pipe/riser

    Oct 3, 2022 · Apt BSMNT

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jul 16, 2022 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Jul 16, 2022 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jul 16, 2022 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jul 16, 2022 · Apt 3A

    Close
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  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 4, 2022 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 4, 2022 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    May 7, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 7, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Stairs

    Mar 6, 2022 · Apt 6F

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Mar 6, 2022 · Apt 6F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 6, 2022 · Apt 6F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Mar 6, 2022 · Apt 6F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 1, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 18, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 13, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 13, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 12, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 11, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 1, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 31, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 29, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 23, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 23, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 21, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 17, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jan 17, 2022 · Apt BASEME

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 17, 2022 · Apt BASEME

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Jan 17, 2022 · Apt BASEME

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 15, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 14, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Dec 21, 2021 · Apt BASEME

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 20, 2021 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Steam pipe/riser

    Dec 7, 2021 · Apt BASEME

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Nov 30, 2021 · Apt BASEME

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 29, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Sep 27, 2021 · Apt 1E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 3, 2021 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 29, 2021 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Oct 8, 2020 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Aug 11, 2020 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Aug 7, 2020 · Apt 1E

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Aug 7, 2020 · Apt 1E

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Dec 11, 2019 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 11, 2019 · Apt 1B

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C1)
Year built
1910
Floors
5
Residential units
20
Building area
13,170 ft²
Lot area
3,997 ft²
Zoning
R7A
Community board
109
Council district
7
Block / lot
1988 / 86
Assessed value
$1,109,700
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #106488, last renewed Jul 15, 2025.

Questions about 523 West 135 Street

Who owns 523 West 135 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 523 West 135th Street, LLC.

Does 523 West 135 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 99 housing violations at this property.

Is 523 West 135 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 8 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 40% of its 20 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 523 West 135 Street built?

City records list 1910 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 523 West 135 Street?

It has 20 residential units.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.